Lean Six Sigma Process Engineer, Industrial Cable Manufacturing

Prysmian USA; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian USA in Manchester plant is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead continuous improvement from definition to implementation. You will guide supervisors and operators with practical technical direction to improve productivity, cycle times, and quality.

Responsibilities include planning projects, coordinating procurement and installation, and driving cost reductions. BS in Engineering and 2–3 years cable manufacturing engineering experience, plus data analysis and Lean/Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Proven data analysis ability and project management experience.
• BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred).
• Working knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methods.
• 2–3 years in cable manufacturing engineering (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives from definition to implementation.
• Plan and execute projects: scope, cost estimates, designs/specifications, approvals, procurement, installation, startup, safety, and cost control.
• Partner with Operations to resolve manufacturing issues and launch productivity improvements.
• Create programs that reduce cost, enhance quality, lower scrap, improve cycle times, and minimize inventory.
• Specify processes, tools, equipment, and controls to optimize cost, quality, scrap, cycles, inventory, and utilization.
• Develop operating instructions and supporting systems; coordinate with production and maintenance.
• Support testing of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods; ensure alignment with quality requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)

Job description

Ready to Turn Bottlenecks into Breakthroughs?Do you excel at finding waste, tightening cycles, and standardizing processes on a fast-paced manufacturing floor? At Prysmian—global leader in energy and telecom cable systems with 30,000 colleagues in 50+ countries—you’ll help power and connect the world.Your ImpactLead continuous improvement initiatives from definition to implementation, reporting to the Engineering Manager and guiding supervisors and operators with practical technical direction.Meet and exceed KPIs set by the Plant Manager and Process Engineering Manager through measurable productivity gains.Plan and execute projects: scope, cost estimates, designs/specifications, approvals, procurement, installation, startup, safety, and cost control.Partner with Operations to resolve manufacturing issues, launch productivity improvements, and surface long-term opportunities for the Manchester operation.Create programs that reduce cost, enhance quality, lower scrap, improve cycle times, and minimize inventory and facility investment; assess feasibility of new or major facility changes.Specify processes, tools, equipment, and controls to achieve optimal cost, quality, scrap, cycles, inventory, and facility utilization.Standardize tooling/equipment and provide engineering assistance to sustain standards.Develop operating instructions and supporting systems; consult production and maintenance for seamless integration and efficient performance.Support testing of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.Ensure improvements align with quality requirements and collaborate with Quality to monitor production.Research and apply World Class Manufacturing strategies.Coordinate external vendors and trainers to develop process improvement capabilities for manufacturing leadership; primary worksite is the manufacturing plant.What You’ll BringBS in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred).2–3 years in cable manufacturing engineering (preferred).Proven data analysis ability and project management experience.Working knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methods.Where You’ll WorkBoth factory and office environments at the Manchester plant.Toolbox You Rely OnData Analysis and ManipulationContinuous Improvement5 Why and Root Cause AnalysisProcess Engineering and DevelopmentProduction OptimizationMechanical Design & EngineeringLean Manufacturing PrinciplesSix Sigma ExperienceEngineering FundamentalsAbout PrysmianWe manufacture thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as a comprehensive range of optical fiber, copper cable, and connectivity for telecom. Join us to help build the infrastructure that keeps the world moving.